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India's First AI Cancer Therapy Machine Launched
31 Jul
Summary
- Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru installs India's first AI-enhanced adaptive radiotherapy platform.
- The new technology allows for personalized radiation treatment adapting to patient changes.
- First patient with rectal cancer treated successfully with minimal side effects.
Manipal Hospital in Yelahanka, Bengaluru, has achieved a milestone by installing India's inaugural Elekta Evo, an AI-enhanced adaptive CT-Linac platform. This cutting-edge technology facilitates Online Adaptive Radiotherapy (ART), enabling personalized and precision radiation treatments for cancer patients. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) notes a rising cancer burden, underscoring the need for advanced treatment precision.
The Elekta Evo allows clinicians to adapt patient treatments dynamically, enhancing decision-making and streamlining workflows. This enables more patients to benefit from personalized radiation therapy. The hospital has already begun clinical application, successfully treating a patient with locally advanced rectal cancer using online adaptive radiotherapy (oART). This approach precisely targeted the tumor while minimizing radiation exposure to healthy tissues, resulting in minimal side effects.
Feras Al Hasan from Elekta highlighted the platform's role in expanding access to adaptive radiotherapy in India. Dr. Vikram Maiya of Manipal Hospital emphasized the commitment to incorporating the latest cancer care advancements. The technology, powered by Iris™ AI-enhanced imaging, offers clear visualization of tumors and anatomy, supporting various radiation therapy techniques for precise treatment delivery. Patients with cervical, rectal, and prostate cancers are currently benefiting from this advanced online adaptive radiotherapy at Manipal Hospital.
